Lesson Plan
Defining True Friendship
Students will explore the qualities that distinguish supportive friendships from toxic ones, and learn to recognize traits that define true friendship.
This lesson fosters social-emotional awareness and helps students build healthier social relationships by identifying positive and negative friendship behaviors.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Discussion
10 minutes
Step 2
Slide Presentation
10 minutes
Step 3
Role-Playing Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Group Discussion
10 minutes
Slide Deck
What Makes A Friend True?
What is a True Friend?
Qualities of a True Friend
Supportive vs. Toxic Behaviors
Reflect on Your Friends
Building Healthy Friendships
Activity
Discussion
